The Evolution Of The Nigerian State From The Colonial Era Through The Present Democratic Dispensation

Author : Stanley Kavwam
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783668514201

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The Evolution of the Nigerian State from the Colonial Era through the Present Democratic Dispensation by Stanley Kavwam Pdf

Seminar paper from the year 2011 in the subject Politics - Region: Africa, , language: English, abstract: This paper explores the evolution of the Nigerian state from the colonial era through the present democratic dispensation and maintains that the only legacy bequeathed to the country by Western imperialism that has assumed independence is conceivably religion and/or ethnicity. It is the position of the paper that religion and ethnicity have more than any phenomenon significantly militated against the evolution of the country into a nation state. This underscores continuous agitation for sub-regional autonomy and secessionist attempts by the Eastern region of the country as witnessed in the Biafra civil war of 1966. The Nigerian state has grappled with threats to nationhood since independence as several irredentist movements have truncated the maturation of the country into a nation state. Similarly, gross failure of leadership aided by corruption of political actors has stifled the transformation of the country beyond the colonial partitioning of 1914. The secularity of the Nigerian constitution has been interminably jettisoned in the pursuit of scarce social goods by political actors as amply demonstrated in the imposition of Sharia law in some northern states of the country. This has heightened religious and ethnic consciousness of citizens thereby constituting significant drag on the country’s march to nationhood. The paper advocates the recognition of the country’s plurality and diversity as building blocks of unity and national integration. Furthermore the de-politicization of religion and ethnicity are hereby conversed for the development of a robust and virile Nigerian nation.

Author : Tekena N. Tamuno
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : UVA:X000008252

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The Evolution of the Nigerian State by Tekena N. Tamuno Pdf

Author : Toyin Falola
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 691 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-24
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781108837972

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Understanding Modern Nigeria by Toyin Falola Pdf

An introduction to the politics and society of post-colonial Nigeria, highlighting the key themes of ethnicity, democracy, and development.

Author : Princewill I. Egwuasi Ph.D,Jake M. Laguador Ph.D,Emad K. Hussein Ph.D,Ohene B. Apea Ph.D,Joan I. Egwuasi CNA,George N. Shava
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781728363318

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School Environment and Sustainable Development Goals Beyond 2030 by Princewill I. Egwuasi Ph.D,Jake M. Laguador Ph.D,Emad K. Hussein Ph.D,Ohene B. Apea Ph.D,Joan I. Egwuasi CNA,George N. Shava Pdf

This book on School Environment and the SDGs Beyond 2030 is a continuation of our maiden, second and third publications on School Environment in Nigeria and the Philippines, published in February, 2015; School Environment in Nigeria, Ghana and the Philippines published in March, 2017; and School Environment in Africa and Asia Pacific published in July, 2018. The philosophy being that since there is a shift from globalization to internationalization and to cross-border education, there is the urgent need to revisit some topical issues in our school environment towards the realization of an internationalized, qualitative and cross-border teaching and learning, using the Sustainable Development Goals as a yardstick.

Author : Adomi, Esharenana E.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 994 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781615208487

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Handbook of Research on Information Communication Technology Policy: Trends, Issues and Advancements by Adomi, Esharenana E. Pdf

The Handbook of Research on Information Communication Technology Policy: Trends, Issues and Advancements provides a comprehensive and reliable source of information on current developments in information communication technologies. This source includes ICT policies; a guide on ICT policy formulation, implementation, adoption, monitoring, evaluation and application; and background information for scholars and researchers interested in carrying out research on ICT policies.

Author : Aderemi Suleiman Ajala,Samuel Oluwole Ogundele
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781527502277

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Nigerian Cultural History and Challenges of Postcolonial Development by Aderemi Suleiman Ajala,Samuel Oluwole Ogundele Pdf

An inspiring editorial analysis and interpretation of aspects of Nigerian history, culture, and politics, from mankind’s archaeological past to ethnographic present, this book contextualises cultural history as instrument of sustainable development in postcolonial Nigeria. Nigeria’s rich cultural history defines its physical environment, cultural diversities, early industrial technology and even its various challenges of development. Yet, little is achieved in engaging cultural history as cultural experience for the country’s development. The gains of cultural history as a mirror of the past and inspiration for development is ignored. This difficulty in harnessing the potential for development in Nigeria found in the country’s cultural history leaves us vulnerable to repeating past mistakes. The book is accessible, and aimed at giving the readers a unique and expansive understanding of history, cultural knowledge, and their applications in Nigerian postcolonial development agendas. This makes the book essential for scholars of anthropology, archaeology, history, linguistics, sociology, political science, and geography, as well as policy makers.

Author : Michael Nwankpa
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-11-18
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000783339

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Nigeria's Fourth Republic, 1999-2021 by Michael Nwankpa Pdf

This book reflects on Nigeria’s fourth republic, the country’s longest democratic period since it gained independence from Great Britain. It argues that although constitutional or political democracy has lasted for over two decades in Nigeria and seen three successful democratic changes of power, Nigeria’s democracy remains largely militarised. During Nigeria’s fourth republic, political and socio-economic affairs have been increasingly dominated by a pervasive military presence and ideology, which has seen a redistribution of resources and government funds away from social programmes into an increase in security budgets, weapons proliferation, and internal military interventions and occupations. This institutionalisation of violence has turned the country into a national security state where the rule of force and violence rather than dialogue and compassion reflect everyday reality. Whilst acknowledging the history of militarisation during colonial and military rule, this book makes a compelling argument for considering the distinct character of the Nigerian nation state’s path to militarisation over the last 20 years of experimentation with democracy. This book’s fresh insights into the fourth republic’s path to militarisation will be of interest to researchers of African politics, security and development.

Author : Usman A. Tar
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2008-10-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780857715760

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The Politics of Neoliberal Democracy in Africa by Usman A. Tar Pdf

Since the late 1980s the changing dynamic of global development has driven the tide of democratic expansion in the developing world. In Africa, western donors have sought to impose 'neo-liberal' visions of socio-economic and political institution-building, spreading political reforms and economic liberalisation with far-reaching consequences. Associated with external interventions, but also sometimes conflicting with them, are internal protests against authoritarianism, which have problematically reinforced and/or undermined the donor agenda for democratic reform.Here, Usman Tar questions the assumption that Africa was lacking the essential components for a spontaneous transition to democracy. He explores the dynamic, but contradictory, links between external and internal dimensions of neo-liberal democratic expansion in Africa, focusing on Nigeria. Tar dissects the struggles for democracy, and for democratic policy and practice in a country with rich economic potential but a troubled political dispensation.

Author : Yin, Elijah Tukwariba,Kofie, Nelson F.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-18
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781799878995

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Advancing Civil Justice Reform and Conflict Resolution in Africa and Asia: Comparative Analyses and Case Studies by Yin, Elijah Tukwariba,Kofie, Nelson F. Pdf

The civil justice system is characterized by a distinct dispute resolution and law enforcement functions, although these functions are not always explicit and their relationship can be vague. People normally turn to this legal system to address an “unjust" situation they encounter. This makes civil justice both socially and economically important, as it may be driven by efficiency or access to justice concerns. The literature suggests that law reform has an uninspiring record in this field. This is because it has, largely, not been considered with a detailed, empirically informed evaluation of proposed solutions. This legal system is complex, and research in this field is correspondingly challenging, interesting, and important. Advancing Civil Justice Reform and Conflict Resolution in Africa and Asia: Comparative Analyses and Case Studies provides significant empirical research findings as well as theoretical reviews and frameworks on a wide array of issues within civil justice and the legal system. This includes topic areas such as access to justice and legal representation, the challenges to developing civil justice, courts and procedures, and civil justice reform. This book is valuable for lawyers, human rights lawyers, court officials, psychologists, social workers, sociologists, consultants, professionals, academicians, students, and researchers working in the field of law, socio-legal studies, sociology, anthropology, political science, social work, social policy, economics, and criminal justice, along with anyone seeking updated information on the current reforms and challenges within the civil justice and legal systems.

Author : Mammo Muchie,Sanya Osha,Matlotleng P. Matlou
Publisher : African Books Collective
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780798303118

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The Africana World by Mammo Muchie,Sanya Osha,Matlotleng P. Matlou Pdf

Collected papers from the first Scramble for Africa conference held from 25-27 May 2011.

Author : Abimbola Adesoji,Ayodeji Olukoju,Oluyato Adesina
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 679 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781527525573

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Security Challenges and Management in Modern Nigeria by Abimbola Adesoji,Ayodeji Olukoju,Oluyato Adesina Pdf

This collection of essays explores the critical and fluid nature of security challenges that have plagued Nigeria since colonial times. Insecurity in diverse forms remains the bane of growth and progressive development in the country, and has the capability to derail a society no matter how sophisticated. What has generated insecurity at the macro- and micro-levels? How has insecurity been tackled? Why have security challenges escalated particularly in the post-independence period? What lessons could be learnt from the way security matters have been (mis)handled in the past? This volume presents chapters on the historical roots and antecedents of security challenges, and considers the nexus between the economy, political leadership and development, and its impacts on security in modern Nigeria. It also explores the effectiveness of the strategies employed to address security challenges, and discusses why some security challenges have lingered.

Author : Cyril I. Obi
Publisher : Nordic Africa Institute
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9171064710

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The Changing Forms of Identity Politics in Nigeria Under Economic Adjustment by Cyril I. Obi Pdf

"The Niger delta region of Nigeria which is at the heart of the country's oil industry, has a long history of struggles for self-determination dating back to the early years of the 20[superscript th] century. In the 1980s and 1990s, these struggles, unfolding as they did within the context of military authoritarianism and structural adjustment, took the form of widespread agitation for greater control by local communities of the revenues accruing to the Nigerian state from exploration and extraction of oil." "This study attempts to capture the transformations in ethnic minority identity politics in the oil-producing areas of the Niger delta. In doing this, attention is simultaneously drawn to the factors informing the shift from peaceful agitation to violent protest as well as the dynamic of decay and renewal in the various ethnic minority movements that are active in the delta. It is suggested that part of the solution to the crisis in the delta will involve not only a thorough-going restructuring of the Nigerian state but also the re-orientation of the mode of operation of the giant oil multinationals in order to make them both more sensitive and accountable to the local communities."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author : Sabella Ogbobode Abidde,Felix Kumah-Abiwu
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783031314278

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The Political Impact of African Military Leaders by Sabella Ogbobode Abidde,Felix Kumah-Abiwu Pdf

This edited volume examines the cases of four African military leaders who had enormous impact on the continent and beyond. These military officers, and later heads of state -- Jerry Rawlings of Ghana; Moammar Gaddafi of Libya; Thomas Sankara of Burkina Faso; and Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt – were provocative and polarizing figures, beloved domestically but mostly viewed with suspicion and hostility by foreign governments. This volume studies these leaders as a group, engaging in a critical but systematic examination of their personalities, leadership styles, official performance, legacies, and their continuing impact on the future and political destiny of the continent. Providing a survey of controversial but important African political figures, this volume will be of use to scholars and students in the social sciences, especially those interested in African history, African studies, military science, Black studies, political science, leadership studies, and the politics of developing nations.

Author : Daniel C. Bach,Yann Lebeau,‘Kunle Amuwo
Publisher : Institut français de recherche en Afrique
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : IND:30000081189916

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Nigeria During the Abacha Years (1993-1998) by Daniel C. Bach,Yann Lebeau,‘Kunle Amuwo Pdf

The autocratic regime of Sani Abacha (1993-1998) stands out as a watershed in the history of independent Nigeria. Nigeria’s darkest years since the civil war resulted from his unrestrained personal rule; very close to the features associated with warlordism. Nepotism, corruption, violation of human rights, procrastination over the implementation of a democratic transition, and the exploitation of ethnic, cultural or religious identities, also resulted in the accumulation of harshly repressed frustrations. In this book, some distinguished scholars, journalists and civil society activists examine this process of democratic recession, and its institutional, sociological, federal and international ramifications. Most of the contributions were originally presented at a seminar organized by the Centre d’Etude d’Afrique Noire (CEAN) in Bordeaux.

Author : Olu Obafemi,Samuel G. Egwu,Okechukwu Ibeanu,Jubrin Ibrahim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Democracy
ISBN : UCLA:L0108676974

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Political Parties & Democracy in Nigeria by Olu Obafemi,Samuel G. Egwu,Okechukwu Ibeanu,Jubrin Ibrahim Pdf